Archive for August 2026

Psalm 121, in ancient Israel, was one of the “songs of ascents,” where the pilgrims are about to reach the end goal destination of the pilgrimage. When we think of…

Genesis 45:1–15 + Matthew 15:10–20 A Heart That Gives Life There is an old saying: “Hurting people hurt people.” It captures something of the human condition. When we are wounded,…

Matthew chapter 13  verses 22-33  and Genesis 37:1-4,12-28        When Dreams Become Nightmares Today’s readings have a theme running through them of faith and trust.  In Matthew chapter 14, Jesus walks…